1. Base materials- Paper bag (see step 2)- Plastic press lock bag (could be a zip one but that'll require some ingenuity on your part)- Lots and lo...

2. So, find your self a paper bag, preferably the size you'd like your pencil case and with an opening that's not too big (something long and somew...

3. Now its time for you to make your first creative decision. What shape should it be?I went for a generic diamondy kind of shape for the purpose o...

4. So! I bet you're raring to cover your base in all those lovely things that define your personality!I for one decided that my personality is best...

5. Here's where you'll want to put away that tiny roll of scotch tape you used in step four and crack out a big roll of clear tape. If (like me) yo...

6. At this stage your case is now indestructible. If you already have a case with a worn gritty look you might consider repeating step two as I did...

7. Just a warning this is by far the hardest and fiddliest step of them all.First off you must cut the seal off the bad about 2cm (half an inch for...

8. I can't tell you enough that this is a base design and that you can throw in your own ideas and still come out with a strong, personalized case....